Starling Thomas V

ABOUT STARLING THOMAS V

Former undrafted NFL defensive back that was initially signed by the Detroit Lions following the 2023 NFL draft. After being waived by Detroit a few months later, he was then acquired by the Arizona Cardinals in August of 2023. He previously played college football at the University of Alabama at Birmingham .

He was considered a three-star recruit while at Ramsay Public High School. While there, he played offense, defense and special teams.

He recorded a 4.38 40-yard dash time during the 2023 NFL draft combine, which was tied the sixth fastest time recorded by a defensive back in his class. In fact, his forty time was just two milliseconds slower than 2023 first round draft pick Emmanuel Forbes Jr. .

Growing up, he lived with his family in Birmingham, Alabama. He is one of three siblings.

He was invited to participate in the 2023 NFL Draft Combine just Bryce Young , Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson .